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Lost a job or housing due to a background check error? Credit report inaccuracies, identity theft, or abusive debt collection? Call us for a free consultation.
No out-of-pocket fees. Consumer Attorneys is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated to protecting consumers from credit reporting errors, background check mistakes, identity theft, debt collection harassment, and workplace injustice. Founded by Daniel Cohen, Esq., and backed by an A+ BBB rating and top client reviews, our firm has recovered over $100 million for clients across the U.S. We take
1 IN 5 AMERICANS HAS AN ERROR ON THEIR CREDIT REPORT
Credit report errors are more common than most people think. The key is identifying the problem correctly and taking action before it impacts your financial future.
If your identity is stolen, acting quickly matters. Filing a police report and an FTC identity theft affidavit can help document the fraud and strengthen your dispute.
Many reporting errors are caused by flawed matching algorithms, not typos. That’s how someone else’s accounts, identifiers, or even criminal records can end up on your report.
YOUR CREDIT FILE COULD BE MIXED WITH A STRANGER
A “mixed file” can happen when someone else’s accounts or identifiers show up on your credit report. This can lower your score or even lead to credit denials if not corrected.
DISMISSED CHARGES SHOULDN’T HOLD YOU BACK
Dismissed or sealed cases generally shouldn’t appear or be used against you in hiring decisions. Laws like the FCRA and fair chance protections help limit unfair employment barriers.
YOU CAN STILL SUE AFTER YOUR CREDIT REPORT IS FIXED
Correcting the error doesn’t erase the damage it caused. If inaccurate reporting cost you money, housing, or opportunities, you may still have legal rights under the FCRA.
ONE CREDIT ERROR CAN SPREAD TO ALL THREE BUREAUS
An inaccurate report from one credit bureau can quickly spread across all three major agencies making one mistake much bigger than you think.
IDENTITY THEFT CAN DESTROY YOUR CREDIT HISTORY FAST
Fraudulent accounts on your credit report won’t disappear on their own. Knowing the right FCRA steps can make the difference between fixing it or fighting it for months.
SEALED OR EXPUNGED RECORDS SHOULD NOT SHOW UP
Background check companies can violate the FCRA when sealed or expunged records appear on reports. These errors can unfairly impact jobs and housing opportunities.
ONE CREDIT REPORT ERROR CAN DROP YOUR SCORE 100 POINTS
A strong credit dispute starts with details. Identifying the error clearly and providing proof can make all the difference when protecting your rights under the FCRA.
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